Devine Scripture

Matthew 24:27

Matthew chapter 24 · verse 27 in three public-domain English translations with cross-references

Parallel translations

WEB

World English Bible · 2000

For as the lightning cometh forth from the east, and is seen even unto the west; so shall be the coming of the Son of man.

KJV

King James Version · 1611

For as the lightning cometh out of the east, and shineth even unto the west; so shall also the coming of the Son of man be.

ASV

American Standard Version · 1901

For as the lightning cometh forth from the east, and is seen even unto the west; so shall be the coming of the Son of man.

Context

v.26If therefore they shall say unto you, Behold, he is in the wilderness; go not forth: Behold, he is in the inner chambers; believe it not.

v.27This passage

v.28Wheresoever the carcase is, there will the eagles be gathered together.

Cross references

Related passages from across Scripture, drawn from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.

  • 2 Peter 3:4

    and saying, Where is the promise of his coming? for, from the day that the fathers fell asleep, all things continue as they were from the beginning of the creation.

  • Malachi 4:5

    Behold, I will send you Elijah the prophet before the great and terrible day of Jehovah come.

  • Malachi 3:2

    But who can abide the day of his coming? and who shall stand when he appeareth? for he is like a refiner’s fire, and like fullers’ soap:

  • James 5:8

    Be ye also patient; establish your hearts: for the coming of the Lord is at hand.

  • Luke 17:24

    for as the lightning, when it lighteneth out of the one part under the heaven, shineth unto the other part under heaven; so shall the Son of man be in his day.

  • Job 38:35

    Canst thou send forth lightnings, that they may go, And say unto thee, Here we are?